This role has a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) that the successful candidate must be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. Evidence confirming this will be required. Candidates also need a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus demonstrated research support experience.

The role specifically requires contribution to study design, data collection and specialised methodologies including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research approaches. You will collaborate with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations across Australia on culturally informed research to improve rehabilitation outcomes and health equity. See how to excel as a research assistant in Australia.

This role has a genuine occupational requirement under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) that the successful candidate must be an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person. Evidence confirming this will be required. Candidates also need a relevant tertiary qualification or equivalent combination of education and experience, plus demonstrated research support experience.

The role specifically requires contribution to study design, data collection and specialised methodologies including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander research approaches. You will collaborate with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations across Australia on culturally informed research to improve rehabilitation outcomes and health equity. See how to excel as a research assistant in Australia.

Key duties include supporting the full research lifecycle, preparing ethics applications and reports, analysing findings, and ensuring compliance with protocols. The position is part of a multidisciplinary team led by Monash University focused on brain injury rehabilitation research.

No visa sponsorship is available. This is a genuine occupational requirement position restricted to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants who can provide evidence of their identity. International applicants without Australian work rights will not be eligible.

Background in health, community services, stakeholder engagement or advocacy (including lived experience of brain injury) will be highly regarded. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team are essential. Explore what is a senior research assistant for career guidance.